PPE Selection Calculator
Determine required PPE categories and estimated costs from hazard assessment.
Inputs
Results
PPE Categories Required
4
Total Annual PPE Cost
$12,750.00
≈ 9 months of rent
Eye Protection Level2
Hand Protection Level2
Respiratory Protection Level2
Annual Cost per Worker$510.00
How to Use This Calculator
- Select the hazard category: chemical, electrical, impact, thermal, respiratory, or biological.
- Enter exposure level and duration for each hazard type present.
- Read recommended PPE type, minimum protection level, and applicable ANSI/OSHA standard.
- Verify PPE selection through a documented hazard assessment per OSHA 1910.132(d).
- Train employees on proper donning, doffing, care, and inspection of each PPE item selected.
How the result changes with Hazard Type
| Hazard Type | PPE Categories Required | Total Annual PPE Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4 | 2 | $3,000.00 |
| 2.4 | 3 | $5,750.00 |
| 3.6 | 2 | $6,000.00 |
| 4.6 | 2 | $7,250.00 |
What each input means
- Hazard Type
- 1=Impact, 2=Chemical, 3=Heat, 4=Electrical, 5=Biological.
- Exposure Level
- 1=Low, 2=Medium, 3=High exposure intensity.
- Exposure Duration (hours/day)
- Average daily hours of exposure.
- Number of Workers
- Total workers requiring PPE.
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input Parameters4 parametersHazard Type = 2, Exposure Level = 2, Exposure Duration (hours/day) = 8, Number of Workers = 25 = 4 input(s) provided
- Calculate PPE Categories RequiredPPE Categories Required4 = 4
- Calculate Eye Protection LevelEye Protection Level2 = 2
- Calculate Hand Protection LevelHand Protection Level2 = 2
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